Ace Hotel Kyoto stands at a crossroads of ancient artistry and contemporary cool.
Crafted in genuine dialogue with Kyoto’s historical and future legends, this boutique gem is guided by an East-meets-West philosophy, from the building’s interiors to its three distinct restaurants, each one helmed by a venerated American chef. There’s also Japan’s first Stumptown Coffee Roasters outpost and a verdant courtyard garden.
We’re in central Kyoto, a direct connection to Karasuma Oike Station South, which means after you’ve explored one of the best places to stay in the city you can catch the train to just about anywhere.
East meets West in a celebration of Kyoto’s legacy of craft and beautiful, functional design.
Room
Standard King
Standard King rooms have a king-size bed, window seats, a Tivoli radio and a turntable by TEAC. All rooms feature original artwork by Samiro Yunoki and a custom Pendleton blanket. Some rooms include a Gibson guitar. Bathrooms feature slate tiles and natural ash wood ceilings plus a soaking tub and separate shower.
Standard Twin
Standard Twin rooms have two double beds, a Tivoli radio and window seats; some have garden views. Bathrooms feature slate tiles and natural ash wood ceilings and come with a soaking tub and separate shower. All rooms feature original artwork by Samiro Yunoki and a custom Pendleton blanket; some rooms have a TEAC turntable, some rooms have a Gibson guitar.
Deluxe King
Located on our top three floors, Deluxe King rooms have views of the city, king-size beds, window seats and a TEAC turntable. All rooms feature original artwork by Samiro Yunoki and custom a Pendleton blanket. Some rooms include a Gibson guitar. Bathrooms feature slate and natural ash wood plus a soaking tub and separate shower.
Deluxe Twin
Deluxe Twin rooms come with two double beds, your own private balcony and a Tivoli radio. Bathrooms feature slate tiles and natural ash wood ceilings plus a soaking tub and separate shower. All rooms feature original artwork by Samiro Yunoki and a custom Pendleton blanket. TEAC turntables and Gibson guitars are available in some rooms.
Historic King
Historic King rooms live in the former Kyoto Central Telephone Office building and feature a king-size bed, double vanity and separate living area. Bathrooms feature slate tiles and natural ash wood ceilings and come with a soaking tub and separate shower. All rooms have a Tivoli radio, original artwork by Samiro Yunoki and a custom Pendleton blanket; most have a TEAC turntable.
Historic Twin
Historic Twin rooms live in the former Kyoto Central Telephone Office building and feature two double beds, double vanity and a separate living area. Bathrooms feature slate tiles and natural ash wood ceilings and come with a soaking tub and separate shower. All Historic Twins have a Tivoli radio, original artwork by Samiro Yunoki and a custom Pendleton blanket; most have a TEAC turntable.
Restaurant
Kosa
Food from farmers, natural wines and an earnest understanding that everything we serve is the product of many hands. Kōsa’s kitchen is led by Chef Katy Cole of Tokyo’s beloved 20-seat bistro Locale. Intuitive, sensitive to season and inspired by the sublime ingredients selected from her deep network of regional producers, Chef Katy draws inspiration for our Californian Kyoto cuisine from the weekly harvest.
We’re open for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner seven nights a week. Reservations are recommended.
Piopiko
Convivial and spanning to late night, PIOPIKO serves inventive, artful takes on the classic Mexican-American taco, tostadas and other fare. Using seasonal produce, prime meats and seafood, the restaurant’s philosophy is rooted in the hyper-local, coaxing Alta California cuisine from the ingredients at hand.